At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead project management services and deliver tech-enabled projects for the GNWT.
- Company: Government of the Northwest Territories, fostering innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, northern living allowance, pension plan, health benefits, and relocation assistance.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team in Yellowknife with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact by leading complex projects that shape the future of technology in the region.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and experience in senior project management roles.
The predicted salary is between 94500 - 115500 $ per year.
The Government of the Northwest Territories is seeking a Team Lead – Project Management Services to join Information Systems Shared Services within the Department of Finance in Yellowknife. This role leads the project management practice responsible for delivering technology-enabled business projects across the GNWT. You will provide project leadership, establish consistent project management practices and support the successful delivery of complex initiatives with significant organizational impact.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager of Solution Services, you will lead a team of experienced project managers delivering information systems and technology-enabled projects for GNWT departments. You will provide expert project management guidance, oversee complex projects and vendor relationships, and help ensure projects are delivered within agreed scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of project management services and provide guidance on project management methodologies, tools and practices.
- Plan and oversee complex technology-enabled projects with significant business, financial or organizational impacts.
- Apply predictive, iterative or agile project approaches based on the needs and complexity of each initiative.
- Monitor project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, quality and change to support successful delivery.
- Oversee contracts and third-party vendors, including performance, compliance and changes to contractual requirements.
- Supervise and support project management staff through work allocation, coaching, performance monitoring and team development.
Qualifications
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: An undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, or a related field, combined with three years of relevant and progressive experience, including one year in a senior project management role delivering complex technology-enabled projects. An equivalency may include a college or university diploma in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, or a related field, combined with five years of relevant and progressive experience, including three years in a senior project management role delivering complex technology-enabled projects. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance.
Team Lead – Project Management Services in Yellowknife employer: Government of Northwest Territories
Join the Government of Northwest Territories as a Client IT Infrastructure Project Manager, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing technology services for the community. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth, with opportunities to lead impactful projects that directly benefit the public. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to client advocacy, this role offers a meaningful career path in a vibrant and engaging environment.
Contact Details:
Government of Northwest Territories Recruitment Team
